FrankIncese

LOL. You do you. I find almost everyone else in the cast cuter, but that's just personal taste. Enjoy the show.

I was not a fan of 2 Moons 2, and only a mild fan of Gen Y. One of the main reasons is the Wayu character, and how the actor and director choose to portray him. And here we are in Episode 1 and he is INFURIATING me. I understand you're upset and conflicted when your first love returns, but this zombie-like behavior, unable to get yourself back to your own dorm, or even buckle your own seatbelt is just too much. I can't take it. These long shots where no one speaks, where people don't answer direct questions drive me crazy. I can't. I just can't. DROPPED.

@Shang Qiling thanks. Hope you enjoy them. I'm creating an anime project about a boy and his pet pig, hence the picture.

Look for "Love, Victor" and "Genera+ion". Both very good LGBTQ+ Western series.

It's interesting to me how many people on this site rate other people's opinions more than the show itself.

Super sweet and (never thought I would say this) fluffy. It was just so cute. It's the most innocent and naive of BL universes I've seen in quite some time. Every feeling seems new and confusing for this crew. They don't know how to act on their impulses, but somehow they all have the courage to still act correctly and the maturity to express their feelings verbally. Yes, Aoki's childishness got to me after a while - but that was his character from the beginning, so I can't fault them for staying true to who he was. I loved Ida's thoughfulness. He too is confused and uncertain, but takes the time to consider everything seriously and act appropriately. Hashimoto may be one of my favorite female characters ever and Riko is perfect in the role. It's a universe where boys don't anguish over liking another boy - yet strangely worry how their partner will be treated FOR liking a boy. The rare moments of homophobia (from the teacher) felt entirely out of place to me, though. It felt like another series/universe. Seems ripe for a Season 2 and I would gladly watch them all navigate dating. The full circle eraser moments were adorable. I'll re-watch many times.

Exactly. For a guy who is too busy to keep his commitments, he sure has a lot of time to show up and hang around.

I understand his feelings. But being afraid and acting like a baby are two different things. And let's not forget that this is the first time Ida has liked a boy and had a relationship. So his inability to express his feelings is understandable as well. I get it. They're kids. They react impulsively and dramatically. But what was endearing for me at the start has become bothersome. But that's just me.

Slow pace. Nice metaphors and symbolism. Good dialogue that works on multiple levels. Not really a BL film, just hints of attraction. More of a political statement than a romance. Wish I knew more about the period and the politics of the time to gain a better insight. Will not rewatch.

Feels like a kiss would WAY too much for Aoki. I'm happy to wait 6 months to see that.

Ida impresses me as a character, the more we get to know him. But Aoki seems to regress and act more and more childish. It's always been his character, but by Ep 9, I would have hoped to see some growth. Still, both are so adorable you can't help but root for them. Anxious to see how they wrap it all up next episode. One of the few BL that actually could use a second season to advance the relationship (if they end up together).

I thought Off had retired from BL.

The mystery is somewhat intriguing, but the first episode was rather boring.

I'm enjoying this, but find the characters are grating on my nerves more and more with each episode. I like them less and less. That's a problem. There are ways to make a character introverted and painfully shy and still make him charming and appealing, Likewise, you can make a character arrogant and controlling and still give him positive traits. Wish they did a little more of that here. My guess is this is a fairly faithful adaptation that didn't bother to flesh out the characters. I also find the scripting/translation lacking. Seems like lots of assumptions are being made that are not supported. I'm glad there's only 2 eps left.

Overall, loved the episode. But it felt rushed to me. Winning the "contest" without really winning. Suddenly being boyfriends without really declaring they're boyfriends. Now we're kissing... A LOT. Some of the flashbacks felt unnecessary and then slammed into a "present" scene in the middle. Still, these two are amazing. I know they're acting but they gaze into each other's eyes with such great affection. It's really charming. - Also, while they have their downside, I did love Pran's Mom saying that he could love anyone he wanted, and then twisting the knife, "Just not the next door neighbor."

Oh you make me laugh. Thanks for that. See you at the end of the series for a recap!

Dropped after 2.5 eps. Shame to see talented cast being wasted on this. I blame direcion/editing for quite a lot, although the script is very bad. Singto (who has always been very good) is horribly cast as the "conqueror". He has no idea how to play that role. What a waste.

While I agree with jpny01 (their lack of knowledge of simple dating etiquette is just crazy) I just watch this through my "BL" lens. In soooo many BL, they are shy beyond any real-life counterpart. In some series, they actually make love, then CONTINUE to be shy about kissing (when alone in their own apartments). I, too, had a girlfriend in high school before I realized I liked men. And we kissed on our very first date, held hands in public constantly and did more in full view of others - and this was decades ago. But in BL it's an alternate universe where innocence and naivete are more important than realism. How can it be a fairy tale if it's real? Aoki's over-the-top reactions are just a stylized/directorial choice. I'm not a fan, but again I just tell myself, "It's BL, get over yourself." Now, I can't argue with "no progression". They have each made very minor adjustments to their attitudes but I think this BL is going to end up with one very simple realization from Aoki at the end and that will be success to this team.

That bridge scene is my favorite of the series, so far. Aoki is so natural and relaxed, even when he's embarrassed. The performances are changing to match the subtle nuances as their relationship progresses. Very well done.

Another dropped. Too amateurish for my tastes. Sigh

Dropped. Too amateur for my tastes.